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Origins of the Braddon surname

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About the Braddons

We have a total number of 2629 records for people with the last name Braddon.

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Where do most Braddons live?

In 1921, most Braddons lived in South West.


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Interesting facts about Braddons

How common is your surname?

You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!

We have 2,110 records for the Braddon surname. The oldest one dates back to 1840.

Who were Braddons most likely to marry?

Smiths

&

Gullicksons

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What are the most common Braddon first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Braddons

Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.

Common Female occupations for Braddons in 1921
Dressmaker

16

Farmers Daughter

11

Widow

7

Dress Maker

6

Farmers Daur

6

Common Male occupations for Braddons in 1921
Carpenter

25

Farmer

18

Farmers Son

14

Clerk

8

Salesman

7

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